She was unexpectedly thrust into the global spotlight after being unknowingly photographed in New York, but Hobart’s Liza-Jane Sowden seized the opportunity to spruik all things Tasmanian.
Stepping into the newly revamped Wrest Point – with its $65m makeover – elicited some excitment. The once-tired hotel/casino now looks surprisingly sleek and sophisticated. SEE INSIDE >>
Peter Marmion was only 13 when he got a taste of Tasmania’s remote South West, sparking a lifelong passion for exploring and protecting the region, which is showcased in a stunning new book
Faro’s latest incarnation – Nouveau Faux – gave us the chance to reminisce about our French travels and choose from the most exquisite menu, writes Alix Davis.
After losing her daughter Billie in a tragic accident, Danny Mayson-Kinder honoured the 12-year-old’s legacy by establishing a kindness foundation – which she’s now bringing to Tasmania.
A stay at this luxurious, gorgeous Sandy Bay Airbnb with its sunny dining nook, cosy lounge and cast-iron claw-foot bath offers guests a cocoon-like oasis and makes the perfect place to unwind
For 15 years, this Northern Tasmanian steakhouse has stood as a beacon of gastronomic excellence. A trio of experienced employees bought it out last year, and they’re making their mark, writes Alex Treacy.
The author behind two of TV’s biggest crime shows will be a guest at this month’s Huon writers festival. Here she’ll share her love of writing and how others can discover a licence to thrill.
Melbourne is only a short jaunt north, but has many enticing offerings within easy reach. Luxury hotel Pan Pacific is a great base to eat, shop, relax and explore – all in one amazing weekend.
Performer and industry pioneer Robyn Archer is best known in Tasmania as creator of Ten Days on the Island. She now returns to the place she has such an affinity for, with a new show billed as a fearless, political and personal celebration of Australian song
It is an Asian cuisine that has previously been unable to gain a toehold in Tasmania’s North – yet for the past 10 months, Korean food bursting with authenticity has been delivered via this charming little restaurant, writes ALEX TREACY
Arriving at Provider House is a bit like a Murakami novel – where the main character enters dual realities and finds magic in the everyday. It’s also the perfect location to practise the art of “forest bathing”.
A stay at this relaxed beach house on the Tasman Peninsula makes for a magical family or group getaway, writes Blair Richards
Nestled in a lazy river bend, in the peri-urban outskirts of this Tasmanian city, lies a gigantic restaurant and function centre startling in its ambition, writes Alex Treacy.
Go back several years, and only a small number of Australians listened to podcasts. Now, in 2023, nine million people listen every month. And tech-savvy Tasmanians are getting in on the action.
With spacious refurbished suites, water views, welcoming staff and loads of kid-friendly activities and delicious eateries nearby, this Launceston hotel is the ideal spot for a family getaway.
Judging by the steady stream of patrons coming through the doors, it seems locals are pretty stoked this Hobart souvlaki joint has been brought back by the Lambrakis family, writes Alix Davis
He’s only 168cm – one of the shortest players in NBL history – but Jordon Crawford is also a leader and a dynamic scorer who isn’t taking his new point guard role with the JackJumpers lightly.
Hobart husband and wife Craig and Sue Quarmby work overseas in hospitals with no power, with basic amenities, battling heat and humidity, but say the rewards are far greater than the challenges.
The latest addition to cool Hobart cultural precinct, In The Hanging Garden, offers diners classic Korean flavoured food with a modern twist, writes Alix Davis.
A weekend at a charming BnB complete with a deep bathtub, one of the cosiest beds I’ve ever slept in and a crackling wood fire, was the perfect pick-me-up, writes Judy Augustine.
The warm service, matched by the well-executed dishes and friendly atmosphere, makes this restaurant an ideal night out for small and large groups, writes TasWeekend’s Alix Davis
Her music has been compared to hit pop artists like Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish and Lana Del Rey, and Tasmanian singer/songwriter Taylah Evans hopes for similar international acclaim.
Come to Dana for the food, stay for the excellent service and laid-back atmosphere with a menu that has something to please everybody, writes TasWeekend food reviewer Alix Davis
“It’s very different to the life I imagined. It has not been easy, but there are still many things to be thankful for”: how widow Kelly McDermott is using her grief to help other young Tassie widows.
This new venue is a wonderful addition to the Huon Valley dining scene and we’re planning to set our sails and make a southerly course to this popular spot again soon, writes Alix Davis
“When I listen to music I just hear something … I still I get goosebumps or I get tears in my eyes and I cannot explain why. It’s fantastic, to have a job like that, I think.’’ Inside TSO’s milestone >>
A growing number of Tassie families are discovering the joy of caravanning, with caravan sales soaring post-Covid as many turn away from shack ownership in favour of a luxury holiday on wheels. THEIR STORIES >>
Small Tasmanian towns are home to some of our island’s finest independent stores and eateries. Here are some of our picks for you to explore this weekend >>
Even though this little jewel on the fringe of Hobart’s CBD has been around a for while now and has a great reputation for fine dining, it still feels like a wonderful secret, writes Alix Davis >>
The fit, articulate, well-educated 31-year-old from Tasmania is a refreshing new breed of fighter, shaking MMA’s bad-boy image and bringing this lesser-known sport into the mainstream.
She’s the confident, fun-loving, size 24 fashionista championing body positivity to almost 94,000 global Instagram followers. But Tassie’s Katie Parrott wasn’t always so accepting of her body.
This new addition to one of our favourite local hangouts’ menus is a dog’s breakfast I can get into, and has me looking forward to next weekend already, writes TasWeekend’s Alix Davis >>
With its spacious layout and friendly and attentive staff, I can see this new Hobart cafe becoming a neighbourhood favourite, TasWeekend food writer Alix Davis says. REVIEW >>
After surviving a fire, the pandemic and a major health scare for its owner, this Hobart coffee house has had its share of challenges but now with a revamped eatery welcoming diners through its doors, it’s back >>
From golf and gardening to boosting staff morale and getting tough on gun laws – meet the woman who has made history by taking the reins as Tassie’s newest top cop >>
I’m happy to report that this newly refurbished Sandy Bay restaurant and bar has excellent pizza, a good selection of beers and their breakfasts aren’t too shabby either, says ALIX DAVIS
From classy boutiques to inviting delis and bookstores that will captivate your minds and hearts, there is no end to the boutique stores that grace Hobart, writes retail expert Louise Grimmer >>
About 450 wooden vessels will hit Hobart for one of the world’s largest boat festivals and sailors like Nick Jaffe – who completed a solo Bass Strait voyage in an open-cockpit boat – excitedly share tales of adventure.
If you’re looking for an upscale pub meal in a beautiful venue the new pavilion-like dining room at this Battery Point institution, is well worth checking out, writes TasWeekend’s Alix Davis
A weekend away at Home Hill Cottage, with its peaceful gardens complete with a 100-year-old oak tree to enjoy a glass of wine under, toasty wood fire and deep bath, is the perfect place to relax
For a truly terrific dining experience, with excellent Spanish-influenced food and drinks and first-class service, you can’t go past this joint, writes TasWeekend reviewer Alix Davis.
Jeanette James combed remote Tassie beaches as a child, collecting tiny iridescent maireener shells with her family. Decades later she celebrates the importance of this ancient cultural practice.
Whether you prefer to laze on a beach, go for a hike, indulge in fine food and wine or dive into a moshpit at a music festival, here are the BEST things to do in Tassie this summer. LIST >>
“We were running for our lives”: Tasmania’s Australian of the Year, John Kamara, recounts the frightening ordeal that led him from Africa to Tasmania, where he spends his days helping others.
Much loved for its popular brunch and lunch line-up, Berta is now doing dinner three nights a week, and dining under its lantern windows on a summer’s eve is a delight, writes Alix Davis
He’s known as the Smiling Assassin – the “energy guy” key to the JackJumpers’ success. But Jack McVeigh hasn’t always been the confident character fans love. HIS TRANSFORMATION >>
A popular southern Tasmanian farm-to-plate restaurant is now offering new menus and extended hours to join its long farm lunches on weekends. See why this eatery is always worth the drive >>
The food dished up by chef Lilly Trewartha at her new pop-up is outstanding and is likely to be one of the most sought-after foodie experiences in Hobart this summer, writes Alix Davis.
The North-West Coast’s sparkling new hotel, the Novotel Devonport, offers guests unparalleled, luxurious accommodation and provides the perfect launching pad to explore the region, writes Kirsty Eade
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